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George Frederick Leonard Jr.

June 10, 2021, 5:14 am
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George Frederick Leonard Jr of Bridgewater NJ departed this life on June 8, 2021, at the age of 64. George was born in New Brunswick NJ in 1957. He is preceded by his father George and mother Carmela (Battaglia) Leonard and survived by his sisters Madilyn (Leonard) Benrubi and her husband Charles Benrubi of Rockville MD, Mary Leonard of El Cajon CA, Rose (Leonard) Gold and her husband Jay Gold of Raritan NJ, Theresa Leonard of Somerville NJ, and brother James Leonard of Bridgewater NJ, as well as seven nephews and several great nieces and nephews.

George enjoyed his days with his friends at the High Point Partial Care in Flemington, holidays with his family, and watching his favorite TV shows and movies.
To send family condolences visit: cusickfuneralhome.com

Cremation services will be private. Donations may be sent in his memory to Autism Speaks https://www.autismspeaks.org/contact-us

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​Dana J Hawkins

June 11, 2021, 4:56 am
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​Dana J Hawkins, Age 37, of Manville, passed away on June 9th 2021 in Morristown Memorial Hospital.

Dana was born in Somerville to Ronald Smith and Debra Hawkins on January 7th, 1984.  She went to school in the Manville school system and graduated in 2001. After that, she attended Raritan Valley Community College with the hopes of achieving a degree in Graphic Design.  She was an Assistant Store Manager at The Walking Company in Bridgewater for 5 years.

She has always had a love for painting and drawing and would share this talent by making homemade items for family and friends throughout the years.  She was also a photographer in her own rite.  She loved capturing moments on film. She loved to travel. Her favorite places to visit were Pittsburgh, New York City and Disney World. She also had a love for Animals, dogs especially. She would regularly bring over blankets and food to her local Animal Shelters.  Dana is preceded in death by her father, Ronald Smith and her beloved Boxer, Capone.  

She is survived by her Mother, Debra Hawkins, Sister, Megan Hardy and Brother, Ron Smith.  She will be missed by several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.

Visiting hours will begin at 5pm and conclude with a Funeral Service at 7pm on Monday, June14, at the Cusick Funeral Home in Somerville, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that a donation be made to Somerset Regional Animal Shelter.
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Margaret DeStefano

June 14, 2021, 10:26 am
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Age 97 - Raritan
 
Margaret Sopoci DeStefano, 97, died at home on June 13, 2021.  She was born in Somerville, NJ, on May 10, 1924, to her dear parents Katherina and Steven Sopoci.  Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, sister and Aunt, a wonderful grandmother and great-grandmother and a loyal friend.  She enjoyed crocheting for family and friends, her walks into town every day and was kind to her friends, neighbors and people she met.
 
Margaret is survived by her loving children, Susan Mosca-Grosso of Raritan, Maureen Meyer of Bridgewater, Albert DeStefano, Jr. of Raritan and Dick (Richie) DeStefano of Somerville, 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
 
She is predeceased by her loving parents Katherina and Steven Sopoci, her beloved husband, Albert M. DeStefano, Sr., and 4 siblings, Katherine Aversa, Steven, Thomas and John Sopoci.
 
A private family gathering will take place at St. Bernard Cemetery, Bridgewater.




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Peter M. Allena

June 16, 2021, 1:01 pm
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Somerville

Peter M. Allena, 68, a lifelong Somerville resident died peacefully at home on June 16, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.

Pete was a member of Carpenters Local 455 in Somerville, NJ. As a skilled carpenter, he eventually went on to have his own business, PA Contrators. 

Pete was proud to be the patriarch of his family, a good friend to many, and a man that could always be counted on. Pete enjoyed backyard parties, grilling, sociallizing, and watching sports.

Pete was well known throughout the town of Somerville by many. Infamous for his cruises through town in his van, his strong opinions, and his willingness to provide unsolicited feedback. One of Pete’s favorite traditions was his Somerville Memorial Day Bike Race gatherings at “the bank”, fun was had by all and this tradition continues today. Pete was above all passionate and proud of all his children and grandchildren.

Pete was the son of the late Andrew and Edna Allena. Predeceased by his brother Andrew and his loyal dog Hogan. Survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Kathy of Somerville, NJ. Also surviving are his four devoted children; Ian (Taryn), Eric (Tammy), Rebecca (Victor) and Karen; four brothers David, Thomas, Christopher, and Paul. Survived also by his treasured grandchildren; Tres, Tyler, Casey, Adrianna, Elle,  Andrew, Cody, Marina and Ashlyn.

Pete’s personality was big and his heart was even bigger. He will be sadly missed by many. 

All are welcome for visitation to take place at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Avenue, Somerville NJ 08876 on Friday June 18th from 5-8 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Avenue, Somerville NJ 08876 on Saturday June 19th at 9:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial gifts may be made to the Somerville Rescue Squad, 21 Park Avenue, Somerville NJ 08876.
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​Mary Elizabeth Grover

June 18, 2021, 5:17 am
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Somerville

Mary Elizabeth Grover, Marie to her friends and family, passed away peacefully in her longtime home in Somerville, New Jersey on June 16, 2021.

Marie, the third of four siblings, was born in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, to the late Frank John Valentine Biernbaum and Mary Parks Biernbaum on August 25, 1922. She was predeceased by her brothers, Charles F Biernbaum (Marion Reeve Hitchner) and Frank Charles Biernbaum (Betty Kremer), and is survived by her sister, Irene Rowe (Charles).
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On June 17, 1943, Marie married her high school sweetheart and soulmate, Joseph George Grover, who was taken from her way too soon on March 30, 1983. Besides her sister, Irene, she is survived by her five children, Marie White (Rob), JoAnn Atwell (Jack), Kathleen Krystosik (Stephen), Jay Grover (Elise Burt), and Marylynn Kleszyk (David), twelve absolutely adored grandchildren and twelve cherished great-grandchildren.

Marie also leaves a legacy of life, love, and humor that will shine on in the hearts of countless others whose lives were forever brightened by her boundless grace, love, acceptance, and selflessness that defined this truly remarkable lady. 
Many hearts will ache, but many souls will smile.
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A Memorial Service will be held at Noon on Monday, June 21, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, 49 West High Street, Somerville. A Zoom presentation will be offered to those unable to attend. (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/986500515).  Password: 002367
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In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Marie's name to SHIP, the Church, Shriners Hospital for Children or the Somerville Rescue Squad.

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Eleanor Marie (Vescovi) Shampanore

June 21, 2021, 3:13 pm
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Hillsborough

Is with the Lord on February 21, 2021.  

Eleanor was born in Raritan Boro on May 10 1935 and lived most of her life in Hillsborough, NJ, where she raised her children - deceased Gail Marie Noll, Deborah Ann Kafka, of Watchung, George Shampanore Jr., of Hillsborough.  Deceased parents of Daniel J. Vescovi and Ida Vescovi.

Eleanor was mainly a housewife and secretary to the Shampanore Roofing Business and was dental assistant to Robert Lapinski, D.M.D., Hillsborough.

Four grandchildren, Michael Noll, M.D. of Middletown, Gunnery Sergeant of the United States Marines, Patrick F. Noll of Syracuse, NY, Rachel and Robbie Kafka of Watchung.  One great-grandchild, Jacob Andrew (Jake) Noll of Middletown, & Tori Too.

A communicant of Good Shepherd Church.  A Memorial Service will be held at Noon on Sunday, July 18, 2021, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 300 Union Ave., Somerville, NJ
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Donald G. Zielsdorff

June 29, 2021, 1:35 pm
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Somerville

Donald G. Zielsdorff 76, of Somerville, NJ died at RWJ University Hospital, New Brunswick on Monday afternoon, June 28. He was born July 26 1944 in Somerville, NJ to Bernice and William Zielsdorff. He served in the U.S. Army from 1964-1966.

He retired from Towne Technologies, Inc.of Somerville. Donnie was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie Lodge 2137 of Bridgewater and the American Legion Post 12,of Somerville, NJ.

​Surviving are his siblings, brother William A. Zielsdorff of Hillsborough; sister, Patricia Zichichi of Berkeley Heights; and Judith Kugler of Bridgewater.

Visitation will be held Thursday, July 1, from 5pm to 8pm at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville, NJ. Funeral Service will be held Friday, July 2 at 10am at the funeral home. Interment to follow at the New Cemetery, Somerville, NJ.

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​Beulah (Cavaluzzo) Zelano

July 12, 2021, 12:56 pm
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Raritan

Beulah (Cavaluzzo) Zelano passed away July 11th at home peacefully surrounded by her loving family at age 94. Formerly of Bernardsville, she resided in Raritan most of her life. She was a member of St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church. Survived by two daughters, Rosemary and her husband Richard Locke and Joanne and her husband Joseph Sweeney. Grandchildren Sal Grausso and his wife Maria and Michael Sweeney. Great-Grandchildren Sophia and Nik Grausso and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Joseph (Hook) Zelano in 2007 and her 12 siblings who she dearly loved.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, summers in Lavallette going to casinos, a good game of Rummy 500 and watching Hallmark Movies. Visitation will be on Wednesday July 14th from 4pm - 8pm at the Cusick Funeral Home 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville, NJ. A  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am on Thursday, July 15, at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, 45 Anderson St., Raritan. Burial will follow at St Bernard's Cemetery 551 NJ-28 Bridgewater. Beulah was a beautiful, kind, loving person with a great sense of humor. She greeted everyone with open arms. She will be sadly missed.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in memory of Beulah G. Zelano to Somerset Healthcare Foundation- 110 Rehill Ave., Somerville, NJ or online.
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Mary T. Mizov

July 17, 2021, 6:45 pm
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Manville

Beloved mother, Mary T. Mizov, 84, passed away on July 16 at her home, with her children at her side.  A lover of music, she was a long time member of Sweet Adelines and worked until her retirement as an administrative assistant at the Bridgewater-Raritan High School.  

​Preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Richard, she is survived by her children, Mark and Debra, her sister, Diana and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.  

Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 22 at 3:00 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 15 West Somerset St., Raritan, NJ.
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Janet A. Tehan

July 18, 2021, 1:55 pm
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Janet A. Tehan of Bethlehem, PA passed away Friday after a brief illness surrounded by her loving family. She was 90.

Janet was born and raised in Seattle, Washington and attended the University of Washington.  She enjoyed an exciting career as a flight attendant for American Airlines.  On a flight to Dallas, she met the love of her life, Thomas Tehan with whom she had five children.  After moving to Branchburg, NJ she enjoyed a successful career as a real estate agent and paralegal while raising her family.  She was also a passionate traveler. 

She was an avid bridge player  and took on all challengers at Scrabble.  Jan moved to Bethlehem, PA in the late 1980’s to be closer to her grandchildren.  Janet took much pride from her children and grandchildren.  A lifelong Democrat, she always volunteered at the polls on Election Day.  She spent much of her latter years devouring a wide variety of books and loved reading the newspaper each day.
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Janet is pre-deceased by her husband Thomas, son Michael and daughter Mary Zechman.  She is survived by her daughters Linda Mitch, Susan Hart, and Anne Ammend, daughter in-law Diane Tehan; grandchildren Jessica and Courtney Lowe, Ryan and Sean Hart and wife Isabel, Caitlin and Thomas Tehan and Skyler and Cecelia Ammend; and sons-in-law Robert Mitch, Robert Hart, and James Ammend and siblings Richard and Sylvia.

Janet will always be remembered as an independent lady with a passion for life and her family.
Visiting hours on Wednesday, July 21, from 5pm-8pm at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville, NJ. Funeral Service 10am on Thursday, July 22, at the Funeral Home.
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Robert Nelson (Bob) Wechsler

July 26, 2021, 7:13 am
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Robert Nelson (Bob) Wechsler, passed away in his Belmar residence on Thursday, July 22nd.  He was 62 years old.

A native of New Jersey, Bob was born in Somerset County but also lived in other counties in NJ, as well as Florida, Colorado, and New Hampshire.  He was a graduate of Immaculate Conception School in Somerville and Bridgewater Raritan High School West and attended several colleges and trade schools.

Always a lover of the outdoors, Bob had a passion for landscaping and a gift at making beautiful lawns and gardens.  He worked as a landscape maintenance professional for many years as well as at Raritan Public Works.  He was also a small engine repairman, loan agent, and car salesman.  Bob was a lover of dogs, (adopting three rescues), and a private pilot. His happiest times were spent flying aircraft from Somerset Airport. 

He is predeceased by his loving parents, Robert L. and Chesla K. Wechsler, formerly of Bridgewater and leaves behind three sisters, Mary Lou Welch of Alpharetta Ga., Robin Smither of Whitehouse Station and Chesla C. Wechsler of Point Pleasant Beach. 

​Funeral services will be private.   
 
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Annabella Amatucci

July 28, 2021, 9:37 am
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Formerly of Raritan 

Annabella F. Amatucci, 81, of Somerset, NJ, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Born, raised, and wed in Brooklyn, NY, Annabella subsequently moved to NJ and raised her family and resided in Raritan for over 40 years. 

​Annabella worked for 25 years at the Bridgewater Raritan School District Department for Special Services where she found much happiness supporting the children. Mrs. Amatucciwas a very active member of Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville and its societies. Annabella was well known for her loving personality, long dinners on Sunday and epic feasts on the holidays where the door was always open and no one could leave without sharing some dinner with the family. 

​Annabella was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Dominic and Jean Sciacchitano. Her loving husband of 45 years, Augustine Amatucci (2005). Surviving are her daughter Lisa of Wilmington Del. and son Glenn and his wife Amy of Peapack. Annabella had many loving friends and relatives throughout the country and always made time to stay in touch with them and was always there to lend a hand of support.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, July 30, 2021 from 5pm-8pm at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville,NJ 08876. A Mass of Christian will be celebrated at 9:30am on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the Immaculate Conception R. C. Church also in Somerville. Entombment will follow at St. Bernard’s Cemetery, located  in Bridgewater, NJ.

Memorial contributions may be made in Annabella’s memory to the Community Visiting Nurse Association (Somerville) or Immaculate Conception School (Somerville). 



 
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​Rita D. York

July 29, 2021, 11:32 am
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Somerville

Rita D. York 90, born May 24th, 1931, of Somerville, died July 28, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.  Loving wife of the late Donald York, mother to Joan Hedden (Michael), and Dr. David York (Thomas Lucas). Grandmother to Tim Hedden (Nicole) of Brooklyn, Brian Hedden of Colorado, Jessica Hedden of Colorado, and Matthew Hedden (Jamie) of California. Great grandmother to Lucy and Eli Hankins of Colorado.

Predeceased by her parents Stanley and Mary Dmuchowski and siblings Xenia Brockman, Bob, Priscilla Panettiere, Veronica Brzoska, and Vincent.

She treasured her loving friends in Somerville and was a longtime parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church. She loved being able to help others and be available to use her tremendous organizational skills.  After volunteering to help build houses for Habitat for Humanity, she was soon the Vice President of the Northern New Jersey Chapter and held that position for several years. She served as president of the Rosary Altar Society and volunteered at Raritan Valley Community College for the performances and devoted many hours to SHIP.

Visiting hours will be at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville, on Sunday, August 1st, from 2 to 5pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, August 2nd, at Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville, at 9:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Samaritan Homeless Interim Program (SHIP), 87 East High St., Somerville, NJ 08876.



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William J. Saller Jr.

July 30, 2021, 11:55 am
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Bridgewater

William “Bill” J. Saller Jr. 86, of Bridgewater, NJ passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 26, 2021. 
 
Bill was born November 29, 1934 in Altoona, Pennsylvania the only child of William J. Saller, Sr. and Loretta C. Saller (nee’ Daley).
 
Bill graduated from Altoona Catholic High School and from Saint Francis University in Loretta, PA.  He was a member of the Saint Francis Red Flash “Frankies” basketball team, including playing in the National Invitation Tournament in 1954 and 1955.  He was inducted into the Blair County, PA Sports Hall of Fame in 2004.   
 
Bill was a veteran of the United States Army.  He was a longtime and respected member of Somerville Elks Lodge 1068 serving on the Board of Trustees.
 
Bill was an executive at Baker & Taylor book wholesaler in Somerville, NJ, and eventually became the Manager of Somerset Recycling in Bridgewater, NJ, where he retired in 2010.
 
Bill is survived by his wife of 60 years, Wanda Eloise Saller (nee’ Phelps); his son Michael J. Saller of Indialantic, FL; daughter Michele Lengen of Keansburg, NJ; daughter Susanne Saller of Bridgewater, NJ; three grandchildren Stephen and his wife Jill Lengen of Andover, NJ; Ashley Lengen of Chalfont, PA; Leah Stine of Bridgewater, NJ and five great-grandchildren Lilly, Emma, Andrew, Matthew and Brian.
 
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 4-7pm at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville, NJ.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 6 at 9:30am at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville, NJ. Entombment following Mass at St. Bernard Cemetery, Bridgewater, NJ.  Repass will follow at the Somerville Elks, Bridgewater, NJ

In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations are made in memory of William J. Saller Jr. to “Jack’s Kids” c/o of the Somerville Elks at 375 Union Avenue, Bridgewater, NJ 08807.
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​Amy E. Stadtmueller

August 7, 2021, 7:08 am
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Bridgewater

Amy E Stadtmueller passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at the age of 91.  She was born in Summit NJ on August 21, 1929 to Charles W and Eleanor (Baker) Anthony.  Amy grew up in Liberty Corner and graduated from Bernards High School in 1947. 

After marrying Karl N Stadtmueller in 1949, she moved to Basking Ridge (Bridgewater), where together they built their home and raised a family.  Karl predeceased her in 1998 but Amy remained independent in her home for over 60 years. 

​She enjoyed gardening and could more often than not be found outside in her yard tending to her vegetable and flower gardens. She was a member of the Bridgewater Senior Citizens and Women's Club, the Washington Valley Garden Club, and the Garden Club of New Jersey.  She volunteered for many years with the Somerset Hills Visiting Nurses Association annual Rummage Sale and dedicated a lot of her time to the Volunteer Services Program at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Lyons, NJ.  Amy was a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church at Pluckemin.

Besides her husband, Karl, and her parents, Amy was predeceased in 2019 by her younger brother, Charles Anthony.

Having lived a full life, Amy is survived by her sister, Eleanor (Anthony) Hatzikalfas, and her husband, John.  Also her daughter, Judy (Stadtmueller-LaGreca) Bartash and her husband, Ron, as well as her son, Karl and his wife, Susan.  She has 4 grandchildren, Jason LaGreca and his wife, Heidi, Michelle Ingargiola and husband Peter, FCC Kevin LaGreca USN, and wife, Lauren, and Adam LaGreca.  She also has 7 Great Grandchildren.  Amy has left a wonderful legacy and in return has received many blessings!

Due to continued pandemic concerns, there will be no visitation or funeral services.

Amy will be laid to rest with her husband in a private graveside service.
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Victoria (Vicki) Harmer

August 8, 2021, 5:15 pm
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Victoria (Vicki) Harmer passed away August 7, 2021 in Somerville, New Jersey after a short illness.

She was born in Somerville on November 29, 1958 to Marion (Butler) and Michael Reimer. A lifelong resident of the borough, she graduated from Somerville High School in 1976, Somerset County College (now RVCC) in 1978 and worked 40 years at Ethicon and Johnson & Johnson. After retirement from J&J she worked at Post Ace Hardware, enjoying continuing to connect with neighbors on a daily basis.

Vicki was a tremendously dedicated and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She married her husband Wayne in 1986, and they welcomed daughter Madison in 1991. Her grandson Mars was born to Madison and her husband Bryan in June 2021.

She was a devoted friend, and a steadfast volunteer. She derived great joy from working alongside of her friends in the Somerville Civic League, Somerville Educational Foundation, SHS Reunion Committee and various other organizations.

When not with family or volunteering Vicki was a master of crafts – baking lemon bars to share or sewing any Halloween costume her daughter could dream up.

She was predeceased by parents Marion (Butler) & Michael Reimer and sister Sharon Billera.

She is survived by:
Husband – Wayne (35 years)
Daughter – Madison, her husband Bryan Harmer Hasho and their son Mars
Brother – Martin Reimer (Easton PA), son Brian
Brother-in-law – John and Patti Harmer (DEL)
Sister-in-law – Donna and Michael Calvani (FL)
Niece – Mary Harmer (CA) and fiancé Henry Cohn-Geltner
Nephew Raymond Harmer, wife Emily and great nieces and nephews Elise, Rebecca, Meredith, Jude, Levi & Isaac (MD)
Niece – Christine Billera Sebroski, husband Andrew, great niece Brianna and great nephew Chad
Nephew – Scot Billera

​A memorial will be held at a date in the near future, details will be communicated widely.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to:
Somerville Educational Foundation
PO Box 8721
Somerville, NJ 08876
And
Food Bank Network of Somerset County
7 Easy Street
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
www.somersetfoodbank.org
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​Thomas C. McNally

August 9, 2021, 8:16 am
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Thomas C McNally of Bridgewater passed away August 4, 2021 on his 90th birthday at Morristown Hospital.

Born on August 4, 1931, and raised in New Brunswick, Tom spent the last 35 years in Bridgewater.  He was committed to advocating for proper care for mental health.  He was last employed as the Director of the Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center in Somerset County.  Tom was an active member of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Somerville, where he was a Lector and Eucharistic Minister and was involved in many different parish organizations.  Tom loved to play golf and traveled extensively with his wife Pat.  He loved his life and sharing it with those he loved.

Tom is predeceased by his parents John and Elizabeth (Lilly) McNally, his brothers, William, John, and Joseph, and his sister Ruth McNally Fine.  He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 35 years, Patricia Kalmback McNally and many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 10:00am at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 35 Mountain Avenue, Somerville.  Burial will be private.

There will be a celebration of Tom's life sometime in the fall.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Tom's honor, may be made to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 35 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, or to a charity of your choice.
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Mary (Marie) Tereman Koziel

August 9, 2021, 12:06 pm
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Mary (Marie) Tereman Koziel passed away Sunday, August 8, 2021, at the age of 94.  

A longtime resident of Somerville, NJ, Mary enjoyed crocheting, sewing, puzzles and many bus trips to Atlantic City.  She also was an avid collector of angels.

She was born March 2, 1927, in Harwood, Pennsylvania, to John and Mary Tereman.

After marrying Thomas Koziel, in 1948, they settled in Somerville to raise their family.
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Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents, her loving husband of 50 years, Thomas, and her four siblings: Joseph, Margret, John, and AnnaMae.

Mary is survived by her children: Patricia Feitl and her husband Allen, Kathryn Wirtanen and her husband Leonard, John Koziel and his wife Anne, and Cynthia Palka.

Besides her children, Mary is survived by her grandchildren:Steven, Matthew, Kimberly, Jessica, Barbara, Melissa, Victoria, Kristina, Thomas and Olivia.  She also has six great-grandchildren: Ethan, Julian, Jameson, Owen, Eleanor and Aspen.  

Mary will be truly missed by her numerous nieces and nephews,extended family and friends.
Visiting hours from 9:30am-10:30am on Friday, August 13, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11am on Friday, August 13, at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Piscataway.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations are made in the memory of Mary Koziel to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org).
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Thelma L. Krehely

August 14, 2021, 6:13 am
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Thelma L. Krehely of Somerville, New Jersey, passed away on August 12 at the age of 97 (2/11/1924–8/12/2021).

Thelma excelled at many things during her long lifetime. She was an accomplished seamstress who created coats and dresses for her young daughters. She knitted and crocheted gifts of shawls, afghans, and doilies for family and many friends. Many got to enjoy her culinary skills, especially her international cuisine, chiffon cakes, and decorative holiday cookies.

Thelma was also an avid lover of classical music and enjoyed going to concerts. She sang for many years in the choir at Saint Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Raritan, New Jersey.

Additionally, Thelma was a career woman, working for private doctors as a medical secretary for over 50 years. She worked for Robert C. Wilson for 31 years and was beloved among their patients for her warm smile and kind greetings.

She is predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Peter P. Krehely. Born in Somerville, New Jersey, she was also predeceased by her parents, Frederick J. Becker and Freda F. Becker. She leaves behind two daughters, Patricia Ann Estin of Somerville, NJ, and Colleen E. Krehely of Frederick, MD. Also, she is survived by many nieces and nephews, including Martin (and Vickie) Weaver of Oklahoma, Robert (and Ginger) Weaver of Virginia, Carol Ann (and Dennis) Thompson of New Jersey, and Lynwood H. (and Stephanie) Kipp of Wisconsin.

Visiting hours will take place at Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville, NJ 08876, on Monday, August 16, 4–6 p.m. A  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 17, at Saint Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 16 East Somerset St., Raritan, NJ 08869.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Oncology Patient Assistance Fund at Steeplechase Cancer Center. Checks can be made out to the Somerset Healthcare Foundation, 110 Rehill Ave., Somerville, NJ 08876. Donations can also be made online at: rwjbh.org/somersetgiving.org.

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Ralph V. Condo

August 16, 2021, 9:09 am
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Ralph V. Condo, 96, of Manasquan, NJ, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on
August 15, 2021, following a brief illness.
 
Ralph was born to the late Ralph and Elizabeth (“Minnie”) Condo on February 21, 1925 in Somerville, NJ. He was the youngest of three children. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Claudia Pascale and Veronica Manovill.
 
He graduated from Somerville High School in Somerville, NJand while a student there he met the love of his life and future wife, Betty Louise MacQuaide. Ralph proudly served in the US Navy during World War II as a radarman first class on the USS Bunker Hill, an aircraft carrier stationed in the Pacific.
 
Ralph married Betty in 1948, and their first child, a son, James Robert, was born in 1952. Their daughter, Carol Louise, was born in 1954, and their daughter, Lisa Ann (who predeceased Betty and Ralph in 2014), followed in 1956.Ralph and Betty were happily married for 71 years until Betty passed away in 2019.
 
Ralph followed his father and grandfather into the family business, James Condo & Son, and he enjoyed a long and successful career in the building supply business before retiring. 
 
Ralph is survived by his son, James R Condo (Diane L. Silver) of Phoenix, AZ and his daughter, Carol L. Cairns (Thomas Cairns) Mill Spring, NC, along with grand children Nathan Chilson and Michele Chilson (Lisa’s son and daughter) and four great grandchildren (Brandon, Lauren, Karly and Kendall). Lisa’s third child, Clifford, also predeceased Ralph and Betty in 2014. 
 
Ralph and Betty traveled widely throughout Europe in their later years, returning most often to Italy and France. But, no matter how far they roamed, their hearts remained with their beach house in Manasquan, NJ. When the beach house was damaged extensively in Superstorm Sandy, Ralph was one of the very first persons to get a permit to rebuild from the Borough of Manasquan. Unlike later permitting requirements, Dad’s permit was based on plans that he drew on a single sheet of paper. 
 
The beach house in Manasquan was a small cottage, but it was filled with love and laughter. It was a cherished gathering spot for family and friends and often hosted overnight guests in the basement apartment that Ralph designed and built. 
 
Ralph enjoyed tinkering with and fixing broken household items, like vacuums, fans and furniture. His small workshop at the beach held a supply of every imaginable item that he might need for whatever fix-it challenge that he faced. He could also often be found tending to his beach house  “garden” of pots which would burst forth with flowers and and a bounty of home grown vegetables that he often shared with neighbors and friends.
 
Ralph loved and was immensely proud of his family and leaves them with beautiful memories.
 
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 20, 2021, from 10:00am - 11:30 am at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJ. The burial will follow at 12:00 pm in the Neshanic Cemetery, 688 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, NJ. 
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The family respectfully requests that in lieu of sending flowers people make donations in support of their favorite charity.
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